This Uber Lemony Dressing is one of those toss-it-all-in-and-blend recipes I whip up on repeat. It’s bold, zippy, and gives any bowl of greens an instant upgrade. I love making just enough to last a few days—it keeps things fresh and gives me an excuse to build a salad around it.
The flavor? It’s bright and citrusy, with a hint of mustard, a touch of onion, and that irresistible lemony tang from my go-to preserved lemons. If you’ve never used preserved lemons before, you’re in for a treat. They bring that extra something—a salty, citrusy depth that turns a basic dressing into something crave-worthy. Here’s how to make your own.
💛 Flexible Tip: Want to know if the flavor’s just right? Dip a piece of lettuce right into the blender and taste before pouring. That quick test tells you everything you need—maybe a touch more acid, maybe a pinch more salt.
This dressing is magic over any salad, but especially good on peppery arugula or mixed greens with avocado and toasted nuts. I’ve even drizzled it over roasted veggies, stirred it into quinoa bowls, or used it as a dip for crunchy crudités. It’s bright, clean, and totally flexible—just the way I like it.
✨ Make it your own: Add a small spoonful of tahini for creaminess, a clove of garlic for kick, or blend in herbs like parsley or dill to green it up even more.
Once you try this Uber Lemony Dressing, you might just skip store-bought for good.
Uber Lemony Dressing
You'll need a blender and a glass jar.
Ingredients
- 1 medium shallot roughly chopped
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- wedge preserved lemon rind + a little pulp
- 1-2 tsp salt (yes, it seems like a lot, but preserved lemons can handle it!)
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- juice of ½ lemon (optional, for extra brightness)
- Water to thin as needed
Instructions
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Toss everything into a high-speed blender (I use my Vitamix) and blend until super smooth.
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Taste and adjust - maybe a little more lemon juice, maybe a splash of water to loosen it up.
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Pour into a jar and store in the fridge. It lasts about 5–7 days, but I usually make just enough for a few salads.
